For many people up and down the UK, summer just hasn't arrived until the first ice-cold glass of Pimm's has been poured, ideally stirred with plenty of mint garnish and a juicy helping of chopped fruit.
A quintessentially British variation of the Victorian 'Fruit Cup' cocktail, Pimm's has long been synonymous with garden parties, Wimbledon season, and indeed, summer itself.
If put on the spot, however, few of us would be able to describe exactly what gives Pimm's its ever-so distinctive taste. As refreshing and herby as it is, there's also a bitter note to it, with just the merest hint of spice.
